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New Democracy Rejects Proposal to Open MP's Bank Accounts in Switzerland

The clash between ND and PASOK continues over the issue of corruption and money laundering. Yesterday, PASOK brought its proposal to the Parliament to open all bank accounts of politicians in Switzerland. Mr. Mihelakis, ND's spokesman, accused Mr. Kahrimakis,...

Suicide Epidemic Continues: Debt-Strapped Pensioner Hangs Himself

A 61-year-old Greek pensioner has hung himself from a tree in a public park after succumbing to the pressure of crushing debt. A note in his pocket indicates he is merely the latest in a rash of economic crisis-induced...

Posidonia Shipping Exhibition 2012 to be Held in Athens

The Posidonia Shipping Exhibition is expected to provide Athens with almost 50 million euros, with 17,000 people from 90 different countries, of which 10,000 belong to high-paid classes. Posidonia is the world's biggest shipping exhibition and will take place in...

2012 Global Summit of Women to Be Hosted in Athens

The Vice President of Vietnam, the CEO of Siemens Spain, the Executive Vice President of France's Danone and the Senior Vice President of Kraft Foods USA are only a few of the government leaders, CEOs and high-ranking executives from...

Red Hot Chili Peppers to Perform in Athens for the First Time

It has almost become an urban legend in Greece, but finally, after many years of rumors and talks, famous LA rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers is visiting Greece for the first time this year for a one night...

13,000 Greeks Homeless in Athens, Says Report

The Greek capital of Athens has almost 13,000 people homeless and the number is still increasing, a new report says. Praksis, a charity organization, said in its report published Thursday that in Athens, 1,500 Greeks are living in abandoned buildings,...

Acropolis Rally 2012 Begins

One of the most challenging rallies on the World Rally Championship calendar begins tomorrow at the courtyard of Zappeion Hall. The dusty, rough and rocky mountain roads around Athens during the Greek hot summer period are once again promising motorsport fans a...

More Airlines Stop Direct Flights to Greece

One by one, foreign airlines are ceasing their direct flights to Greece and vice versa, realizing these itineraries are unprofitable. Athens has, during the past two years, lost many of its tourists. International media shows a country with financial problems and possible riots...

European Parliament President Visits Greece

European Parliament President Martin Schulz visited Athens to meet with political figures of the country. Schulz planned to visit the Greek capital May 13-14 but cancelled it. Later, he stated he just postponed the visit but did not make clear...

Despite London-like Rain, Athens Hands Olympic Flame Over to UK

Despite the rainy weather, thousands of Athens' residents gathered at Panathenaiko Stadium on May 18 to celebrate the  handing over of the Olympic flame to London. The flame, symbolizing purity because it comes directly from the sun, has been carried...